2012 Aston Martin DBS 5.9L Petrol · AR11 CAD
2012 Aston Martin DBS (5.9L, petrol). First registered 01/07/2012. Recorded mileage 25,043 miles. MOT valid until 24/10/2026. Taxed until 01/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- ASTON MARTIN DBS
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/10/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/03/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 25,043 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 5.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 5935cc
AR11 CAD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/10/2025
- 25,043 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Aston Martin Aston Martin DBS
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
AR11 CAD Mileage History
- 26/10/202218,163 mi
- 11/10/202320,452 mi+2,289 mi
- 08/10/202422,746 mi+2,294 mi
- 07/10/202525,042 mi+2,296 mi
- 10/10/202525,043 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 2,327 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AR11 CAD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Aston Martin Dbs (AR11 CAD) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
Common Problems: ASTON MARTIN DBS
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Carbon Ceramic Brake Wear(Serious)
While they last a long time, the rotors are incredibly expensive. Pitting or surface degradation means a massive bill is coming.
- Door Handle & Timing Cover Issues(Moderate)
The DBS is not immune to the standard VH platform faults of sagging handles and oil weeps.
- V12 Coil Pack and Spark Plug Failure(Moderate)
The DBS shares the V12 with the DB9 and is equally prone to coil pack failures caused by heat soak in the engine valley. Replacement requires removing both intake manifolds, making it a labor-intensive job.
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